The benchmark for the effectiveness of a surface disinfectant is the "kill time" for:

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Tuberculosis is a highly infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a known pathogen that can persist on surfaces for extended periods, making it an excellent benchmark for surface disinfectant efficacy. The kill time is the time it takes for a disinfectant to remove the pathogen from the surface. Therefore, C (tuberculosis) is the best choice. The other options (A, B, and D) are not relevant in determining the effectiveness of a surface disinfectant.

The Benchmark for the Effectiveness of a Surface Disinfectant Is